We Must Become the Pitiless Censors of Ourselves

by John Maus

We Must Become the Pitiless Censors of Ourselves cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 27 June 2011
  • Label: Upset! The Rhythm
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 31:56
  • Community rating: 3.73/5 from 10 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

John Maus combines the aesthetics of 80s synthpop with the philosophy of a political theorist on this cult classic. The music is murky and reverbed, driven by vintage synthesizers and Maus's deep, commanding vocals. It is a strange, compelling mix of highbrow concepts and low-fi pop hooks.

Genres

Descriptors: atmospheric, synth, lo-fi, retro, minimal

Tracklist

  1. Streetlight (02:52)
  2. Quantum Leap (02:52)
  3. ...And the Rain (02:46)
  4. Hey Moon (04:08)
  5. Keep Pushing On (03:34)
  6. The Crucifix (01:16)
  7. Head for the Country (03:17)
  8. Cop Killer (02:42)
  9. Matter Of Fact (02:16)
  10. We Can Breakthrough (02:08)
  11. Believer (04:05)

Credits

  • Harvey Birrell - mastered by
  • John Maus - songwriter

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